Colour

Orange is the new black

Colour

Orange is the new black

A runaway hit on the small screen, Orange is the New Black is making waves all over Canada – who knew the show title’s sentiment would find its way into the design world! A bold hue, orange is a perfect accent colour, bringing character to neutral palettes and turning up the volume on boring spaces.

We love the vibrant colour and it can be found everywhere, from front doors to a throw pillow amongst a sea of white cushions. Here are 10 ways we’re seeing how Orange Is the New Black in the decorating world.

Orange is the new black

Artistic addition

If you’re unsure about the colour palette for a new room you’re decorating, look to the art you’ll be hanging to lead the way. The strong orange waves in this painting play a nice contrast against the rich gemstone colours used in the decorating accessories throughout.

Orange is the new black

Bright and breezy sheers

To cast a naturally warm glow in your home, look to sheer window coverings that let the light shine through. These single panel curtains feature a unique pattern that would make your space look great from day to night. Magical Thinking Scallop Scale Curtain, Urban Outfitters, from $29.

Orange is the new black

Fabulous flooring

Nothing ties a room together or defines a living space like an oversized rug. Bring a bit of colour underfoot with an orange rug, opting for a muted version for a traditional space and a bright and boldly patterned rug for a more modern home.

Image by: Style at Home
By: Lauren McPhillips
Source: Michel Dube

Orange is the new black

Easy accents

If you’re not ready to commit to orange as a main colourway in your space, introduce it into your decorating scheme with a few small accessories that can easily be traded out. Whether it’s a throw blanket, a framed illustration or a faux flower, orange decorating accessories are easy-to-add accents that won’t break the bank if you change your mind on the colour.

Image by: Style at Home
By: Lauren McPhillips
Source: Tracey Ayton

Orange is the new black

Lovely lighting

An orange lampshade can produce a pretty garish shade of light, but the same cannot be said for delicate capiz shell chandeliers. Blending in beautifully with a white and pink colour palette, the chandeliers shown above give the room a warm glow and twinkle come nighttime.